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Current Local Time in Europe

Current local time and time zone in Europe, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

🌤️ 64°F now🕔 7:43 AM local📅 Best: May, June, July, August and September👥 745 million

Current local time in Europe

7:43 AM
Friday, August 21, 2026
Time zoneEtc/GMT-1
UTC offsetUTC+01:00
UTC now6:43 AM
Sunrise4:46 AM
Sunset7:17 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise4:46 AM
Sunset7:17 PM
Daylight14h 31m
Solar noon12:01 PM
Golden hour (am)4:46 AM - 5:46 AM
Golden hour (pm)6:17 PM - 7:17 PM
Blue hour (am)4:16 AM - 4:46 AM
Blue hour (pm)7:17 PM - 7:47 PM
Moon phase🌓 First quarter · 55%
Moonrise3:55 PM
Moonset10:05 PM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Europe

TypeContinent
Coordinates54°31′33.6″N 15°15′18.4″E (54.526, 15.2551)
Population745.000.000
Area3.930.518 sq mi
Local time7:43 AM (UTC+01:00)
Best monthsMay, June, July, August and September
ClimateTemperate

Local time by country in Europe

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Local time by mountain in Europe

1 mountains and peaks mapped in this atlas

Local time by river in Europe

1 rivers mapped in this atlas

Summary

Europe is a continent. Europe is a compact, densely connected continent of historic cities, alpine ranges and Mediterranean and Atlantic coastlines. It has a population of about 745 million.

Right now it is 64°F (18°C) in Europe with mainly clear. It feels like 60°F. Today runs from 64°F to 66°F. Chance of precipitation is 10%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.7/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Europe is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is temperate. January, February and November tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 67°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 34°F.

The closest major airport is Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), about 458 mi away. Nearby highlights include Cinque Terre National Park, Gran Paradiso National Park, Hoge Veluwe National Park and Lake District National Park.

In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 66°F is in line with the 67°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Europe today at 9.4/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

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Coordinates: 54°31′33.6″N 15°15′18.4″E (54.526, 15.2551)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Europe?

Europe is a continent. Its coordinates are 54.526, 15.2551.

What is the weather like in Europe right now?

It is currently 64°F (18°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 81% and wind is 18 mph.

When is the best time to visit Europe?

May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Europe, which has a temperate climate. January, February and November are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Europe in?

Europe observes Etc/GMT-1 (UTC+01:00). The local time is 7:43 AM.

How many people live in Europe?

Europe has a population of approximately 745 million.

What is the nearest airport to Europe?

The closest airports are Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), 458 mi away, Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN), 1.095 mi away and Athens International Airport (ATH), 1.217 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Europe?

Popular options include Cinque Terre National Park, Gran Paradiso National Park, Hoge Veluwe National Park, Lake District National Park, Plitvice Lakes National Park and Snowdonia National Park.

What places are in Europe?

Europe covers 40 places in this atlas, including France, Italy, Spain, United Kingdom, Germany and Greece.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (continents) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown.

Last updated August 21, 2026 at 7:43 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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